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Virginia Destination Management Organizations: An Interview With Local Director, Irene Kilmer

Solimar International

From its breathtaking natural beauty to its extreme historical importance, Virginia tourism is one of the most diverse in the United States. Learn about one of the most interesting Virginia Destination Management Organizations here. Virginia is an unique US state who has nailed their tourism marketing messaging.

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Flanders takes the Presidency of NECSTouR, the network of European Regions for sustainable and competitive tourism

Travel Daily News

From 1 April 2023, Peter De Wilde will chair NECSTouR, the network uniting more than 40 top European regional destinations, on behalf of Flanders. Through interregional cooperation, NECSTouR seeks to influence European decision-making related to tourism.

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What Does Destination Management Mean and Look Like in Practice?

Solimar International

Destination management is the process in which Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) work with stakeholders to increase development of the tourism sector, gain more tourists, address challenges, and bring more benefit to the local community.

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How DMCs and Destination Organizations Find Success Through Collaboration

ADMEI

From corporate conferences to large social gatherings, planning an event in a destination away from home is quite an undertaking. Collaborating with other professionals can expand one’s network, knowledge, and resources. Network We’ve all heard the phrase, “It’s all about who you know.”

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2024 ADMEI Award Finalists

ADMEI

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FINALISTS Best Décor/Design CTC Destination Management, a DMC Network Company Roses & Ralphie Mosaix Group, a DMC Network Company Succession Woodstock and Bridgerton Come to Town! The CE Group, a DMC Network Company U.S. Diamond Club 2022 The CE Group, a DMC Network Company U.S.

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ADMEI and Destinations International Partner for Collaboration and Education

ADMEI

Educating on the differences between destination organizations and Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Educating on how destination organizations and DMCs can work together and the benefits gained for the planner, destination organization, and DMC. Developing webinars for each other’s member groups.

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11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC

ADMEI

To simplify the process, save money, and eliminate stress, consider hiring a Destination Management Company. One of the advantages of working with a DMC is gaining secondhand access to their vendor network. 11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC 08 November 2023 Planning an event from afar can be difficult.